Test Classification, Solar System, Inner Planets

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What is the asteroid belt?

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The asteroid belt is a region in space located between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter, containing numerous small rocky bodies.

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What is the Sun classified as?

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The Sun is classified as a star, which is a massive, luminous sphere of plasma held together by gravity.

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Why does Mars appear red?

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Mars appears red due to the presence of iron oxide (rust) in its soil.

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What are gas giants?

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Gas giants are large planets that are primarily composed of hydrogen and helium, and they do not have a solid surface. Examples include Jupiter and Saturn.

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Which planets are considered terrestrial planets?

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Terrestrial planets are rocky planets that include Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

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What is the main difference between inner and outer planets?

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Inner planets (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars) are rocky and smaller, while outer planets (Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune) are gas giants and larger.

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What is the largest planet in the solar system?

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Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system.

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What defines a planet?

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A planet is a celestial body that orbits a star, is spherical in shape, and has cleared its orbit of other debris.

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What is the significance of the Kuiper Belt?

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The Kuiper Belt is a region beyond Neptune that contains many small icy bodies and is the source of many comets.

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What is a supernova?

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A supernova is a powerful and luminous explosion that occurs at the end of a star's life cycle.